Elite Dance Company Shines at Nationals 2026

Nationals is the pinnacle of the competitive dance season — a place where the standard is high, the pressure is real, and the talent on stage is nothing short of extraordinary. This year, Elite Dance Company dancers stepped onto the national stage with confidence, professionalism, and heart, and we could not be prouder of what they achieved.

Across the week, our dancers performed in a highly competitive environment, representing EDC with integrity, resilience, and maturity well beyond their years. The growth we witnessed — both on and off the stage — was truly special.

Nationals Highlights & Special Awards

We were thrilled to celebrate a number of outstanding achievements, including:

  • Blake Denomy being named Runner-Up Grand Champion (6–7 years)

  • Harlow Kennedy receiving Highest Scoring 10 Years Soloist for her Jazz solo
    (This routine, choreographed by Miss Brooke, has now earned two National Champion titles)

  • Indi Kennedy and Harlow Kennedy placing Top 10 Grand Champion

  • Alaska Casey placing Top 5 Grand Champion

  • Evie May Skubisz placing Top 15 Grand Champion

  • 9 National Champion Titles

As a studio, Elite Dance Company proudly took home 9 National Champion titles, an incredible achievement at a competition where the level of talent was exceptionally high.

Celebrating Every Dancer

While podium placings are exciting, Nationals is about much more than trophies. Every dancer who performed demonstrated courage, commitment, and a willingness to challenge themselves at the highest level. Recognition medals awarded for non-placing routines reflect strong performances and meaningful growth — achievements we value deeply at EDC.

We are so proud of every dancer who represented Elite Dance Company on the national stage. The experience gained at Nationals builds confidence, resilience, and artistry that will carry our dancers forward for years to come.

Individual Results

Alaska Casey

• 1st Place – 5 & Under Open Demi Character Solo

• 3rd Place – 5 & Under Open Jazz Solo

• 4th Place – 5 & Under Open Ballet / Variation Solo

• 5th Place – 5 & Under Open Lyrical Solo

• EVO Elite Solo – Top 5 Grand Champion

Blake Denomy

• 1st Place – 6 Years Open Lyrical Solo

• 1st Place – 6 Years Open Acrobatic Solo

• 1st Place – 6 Years Open Hip Hop Solo

• 3rd Place – 6 Years Open Ballet / Variation Solo

• 3rd Place – 6 Years Open Jazz Solo

• Runner-Up Grand Champion (6–7 Years)

Evie May Skubisz

• 1st Place – 8 Years Novice Acrobatic Solo

• 2nd Place – 8 Years Novice Demi Character Solo

• 5th Place – 8 Years Novice Contemporary Solo

• 6th Place – 8 Years Novice Jazz Solo

• 8th Place – 8 Years Novice Lyrical Solo

• EVO Apprentice Solo – Top 15 Grand Champion

Katie Machin

• 2nd Place – 9 Years Open Lyrical Solo

• 6th Place – 9 Years Open Jazz Solo

• 9 Years Open Ballet / Variation Solo – Recognition Medal

• EVO Elite Solo – Recognition Medal

Harlow Kennedy

• 1st Place – 10 Years Open Jazz Solo

• 1st Place – 10 Years Open Neo Classical Solo

• 4th Place – 10 Years Open Acrobatic Solo

• 4th Place – 10 Years Open Commercial Contemporary Solo

• 6th Place – 10 Years Open Lyrical Solo

• 7th Place – 10 Years Open Hip Hop Solo

• Highest Scoring 10 Years Soloist

• Evo Elite Solo - Top 10 Grand Champion

Indi Kennedy

• 1st Place – 11 Years Open Lyrical Solo

• 1st Place – 11 Years Open Acrobatic Solo

• 2nd Place – 11 Years Open Neo Classical Solo

• 2nd Place – 11 Years Open Jazz Solo

• 6th Place – 11 Years Open Commercial Contemporary Solo

• EVO Elite Solo – Top 10 Grand Champion

Scarlett Kennedy

• 13 Years Open Lyrical Solo - Recognition Medal

• 5th Place – 13 Years Open Straight Tap Solo

Tori Nowlan

• 3rd Place – 13 Years Open Straight Tap Solo

• 13 Years Open Jazz Solo – Recognition Medal

• 13 Years Open Any Style Solo – Recognition Medal

• 13 Years Open Commercial Contemporary Solo – Recognition Medal

• 13 Years Open Lyrical Solo – Recognition Medal

Chloe Crispin

• EVO Elite Solo – Recognition Medal

• 15 Years Open Broadway Jazz Solo – Recognition Medal

• 15 Years Open Jazz Solo – Recognition Medal

• 15 Years Open Commercial Contemporary Solo – Recognition Medal

• 15 Years Open Lyrical Solo – Recognition Medal

Thank You to Our Sponsors

We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to Aurizon and K.A.M Enterprises for their generous sponsorship of our Nationals Team. Your support played a meaningful role in helping our dancers reach the national stage and pursue their dreams. We are incredibly grateful for your belief in our dancers and in the Elite Dance Company community.

Thank you to our families for your unwavering support, and to our teaching team for the dedication and passion poured into every routine. Nationals 2026 will be remembered as a defining and inspiring chapter in the Elite Dance Company journey.

Standards Set Higher.